Systems Engineer for Diving and Harbor Applications

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Systems Engineer for Diving and Harbor Applications to support the Applied Research Laboratories' ATL. The role involves systems engineering, project coordination, and hands-on development of hardware/software for specialized lab facilities at the Pickle Research Campus.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science with at least three years in systems engineering, strong leadership and communication skills, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or similar technical field.
• Three or more years of experience in systems engineering (requirements, architecture, testing, and documentation).
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent writing and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work with new technologies, manage multiple tasks, and accept feedback.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain professional demeanor with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Develop project documentation and systems engineering artifacts.
• Coordinate projects with sponsors and development staff.
• Plan and execute site installation and testing activities.
• Develop system concepts and proposals.
• Develop software and/or hardware for systems.
• Perform other related functions as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Systems engineering

Time management

Written and oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Tools

Model-based systems engineering

C/C++/Java

Git/version control

XML

Real-time systems

Job description

Job Posting Title: Systems Engineer for Diving and Harbor Applications

Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Job Details

Purpose Systems engineering, project coordination, and development of systems for the Advanced Technology Laboratory(ATL) of Applied Research Laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Develop project documentation and systems engineering artifacts.
• Project coordination with sponsors and development staff.
• Plan and execute site installation and testing activities.
• Develop system concepts and proposals.
• Develop software and/or hardware for systems.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or similar technical degree.
• Three or more years of experience in systems engineering such as requirements development/management, systems architecture development, system testing and evaluation, and system documentation.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, be willing to accept and incorporate feedback, and managing their time.
• This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
• Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.
• US Citizen is required.
• Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, software, or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with model-based system architecture or model-based systems engineering.
• Experience acting as a technical lead or in project management.
• Understanding of software engineering processes and standards.
• Experience in field testing or acting as a test director.
• Experience with top-down design of systems.
• Experience in circuit board design, production, debugging and testing.
• Understanding of hardware engineering processes and standards.
• Demonstrated knowledge in as many as possible of the following: C, C++, C#, Java, XML, Qt, .NET, version control systems, defect tracking systems, unit testing, real-time and concurrent systems, and web services.
• Demonstrated knowledge in one or more of the following areas: acoustics, signal processing, detection theory, pattern recognition and classification or image processing.
• Experience developing software in Linux or in an embedded environment.
• Prior work experience in professional or research-oriented software or hardware development.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Military background or experience working with military customers is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of diving/diving systems, facilities modification, cyber-security processes, and force protection.
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

$104,000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel
• Exposure to all weather conditions
• Exposure to electrical/mechanical hazards

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197.

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and other local laws. If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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